Oahu Weather Forecast for September 15, 2026

Oahu Weather Forecast for September 15, 2026

Light to moderate trades will strengthen through Wednesday. Moisture from the remains of Norbert should move through the islands Wednesday night through Friday...

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Oahu Surf Forecast for September 15, 2026
Oahu Surf Forecast for September 15, 2026

A series of long-period south to southwest swells will fill in through the week, leading to a gradual increase in surf for south-facing shores through the...

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Oahu News:

Tragedy struck Oahu as a motorcyclist died after crashing into a car on the H-1 Freeway, marking Hawaii's 29th traffic fatality this year. Meanwhile, the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is seeking public feedback on a potential H-1 freeway cap park project in Honolulu, aiming to enhance community spaces. In housing news, an affordable housing project in ‘Ewa Beach is set to be completed by October, offering over 100 rental units. Education remains a key focus with a proposed tuition freeze and subsequent increases for University of Hawai‘i campuses, alongside reports highlighting growing reliance on unlicensed teachers in Hawai‘i classrooms. Lastly, recovery efforts persist on Kauai following Hurricane Lowell, as local volunteers continue providing aid to storm-affected residents.

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Alex Chiarella secures victory at Maui Open with final-hole eagle

Professional Alex Chiarella clinched his fourth Maui Open title on Sunday, Sept. 13 at The King Kamehameha Golf Club, overcoming a tie with rising amateur star Robert Loree by sinking an eagle on the 18th hole.

Michelle Wie West chips in cameo appearance in Maui-made ‘Zombie Golf,’ a horror comedy filmed on Maui and Oʻahu

A Maui filmmaker has completed a 75-minute zombie comedy for less than $20,000—and golf champion Michelle Wie West makes a cameo appearance.

American Red Cross response continues for Hurricane Lowell impacts

The American Red Cross continues to respond to the impact of Hurricane Lowell across the Hawaiian Islands.

Free Diabetes Self-Management workshop series begins Sept. 16

The County of Maui Department of Human Concerns’ Office on Aging, in partnership with Mauliola Pharmacy’s Hoʻokaulike Wellness branch,  invites individuals living with diabetes to participate in Diabetes Self-Management, a free six-week workshop series designed to help participants build practical ways to manage diabetes and incorporate healthy self-management strategies into their everyday lives.

Two men injured when a sport fishing boat strikes submerged object off Molokini

Two Maui men were injured when the 20-foot sport fishing boat they were on struck a submerged object off Molokini Crater early Tuesday morning. The incident was reported at 5:13 a.m. on Sept. 15, 2026.

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Kauai Weather Forecast for September 16, 2026

Moderate trades will strengthen to breezy levels Wednesday and hold through the forecast period. Moisture will continue to fill in across the state from east to...

Kauai Surf Forecast for September 16, 2026

Long period energy out of the S to SW fills in during the latter half of the week supporting building surf for S shores. Surf is initially small through...

Water conservation notice lifted for Hanapēpē-ʻEleʻele, Kekaha-Waimea service areas

Water conservation notices remain in effect until further notice for customers of several other water systems around the Garden Isle.

UPDATE: Man found dead on ocean shoreline fronting Nōmilu Fishpond identified by police

The 74-year-old was ID'd as Steven Palama of Kalāheo, who was discovered dead Sept. 9; he is thought to have died as a result of storm surge from Hurricane Lowell, and an autopsy is pending.

UPDATE: Police ID man found dead in vicinity of Kūhiō Highway and Wainiha Powerhouse Road

The 69-year-old was identified as Mark Chambers of Wainiha; first responders found him dead Sept. 11 in an area that experienced significant flooding during Hurricane Lowell.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for September 16, 2026

Moderate trades will strengthen to breezy levels Wednesday and hold through the forecast period. Moisture will continue to fill in across the state from east to...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for September 16, 2026

Long period energy out of the S to SW fills in during the latter half of the week supporting building surf for S shores. Surf is initially small through...

Preliminary autopsy results find man died from gunshot wound

The body of 76-year-old Donald Lawrence Yukitomo of Hilo was discovered Sept. 14 on Kuawa Street in Hilo; police are investigating his death as a homicide, and anyone who might have information about Yukitomo or what might have happened is urged to contact them.

Puna man charged in connection with Orchidland Estates residence blaze

43-year-old Conrad Keanini-Gomes is charged with first-degree arson in the case of a fire Sept. 13 at a residence on his father's property in the Puna community that endangered the lives of 4 people, including 2 minor children.

Kīlauea continues to tease 55th fountaining episode as it enters day 8 of precursory activity

The summit region continues to be highly pressurized, but it is not possible to forecast what might happen next.